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How It Really Happened

Hill Harper takes an in-depth look at some of the most notorious crimes, mysteries, trials and celebrity tragedies of our time.
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  1. S1 E1 - The Menendez Brothers: Part 1
    November 11, 2016
    40min
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    In a sensational, televised trial, Erik and Lyle Menendez were found guilty of murdering their parents. A shocking motive was behind the brothers' actions.
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  2. S1 E2 - The Menendez Brothers: Part 2
    November 11, 2016
    40min
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    In a sensational, televised trial, Erik and Lyle Menendez were found guilty of murdering their parents. A shocking motive was behind the brothers' actions.
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  3. S1 E3 - The OJ Simpson Case: Part 1
    October 21, 2016
    40min
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    New theories have emerged about the O.J. Simpson case, involving a possible hit man who claimed responsibility for the murders.
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  4. S1 E4 - The OJ Simpson Case: Part 2
    October 21, 2016
    41min
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    New theories have emerged about the O.J. Simpson case, involving a possible hit man who claimed responsibility for the murders.
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  5. S1 E5 - Prince: The End
    December 2, 2016
    40min
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    Uncover the struggles the music genius faced, from Prince’s early life to the days leading up to his shocking death.
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  6. S1 E6 - Life and Death of Anna Nicole
    December 30, 2016
    40min
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    Examine how Anna Nicole Smith's lavish lifestyle may have contributed to her mysterious death.
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  7. S1 E7 - Michael Jackson: Part 1
    October 7, 2016
    40min
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    What really happened to Michael Jackson? The musician's children and staff reveal what they witnessed leading up to his death.
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  8. S1 E8 - Michael Jackson: Part 2
    October 7, 2016
    40min
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    What really happened to Michael Jackson? The musician's children and staff reveal what they witnessed leading up to his death.
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  9. S1 E9 - Who Killed JonBenet? Part 1
    September 30, 2016
    40min
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    Investigators review suspects and evidence in the murder of JonBenet Ramsey, including the family’s maid and a man who portrayed Santa at a holiday party.
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  10. S1 E10 - Who Killed JonBenet? Part 2
    September 30, 2016
    40min
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    Investigators review suspects and evidence in the murder of JonBenet Ramsey, including the family’s maid and a man who portrayed Santa at a holiday party.
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  11. S1 E11 - JFK Jr's Final Flight Part 1
    November 18, 2016
    41min
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    Examine the factors that led to the crash that killed John F. Kennedy Jr., plus an interview with someone who may have been the last person to speak with him.
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  12. S1 E12 - JFK Jr's Final Flight Part 2
    November 18, 2016
    41min
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    Examine the factors that led to the crash that killed John F. Kennedy Jr., plus an interview with someone who may have been the last person to speak with him.
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  13. S1 E13 - Final Days of Whitney Houston
    October 28, 2016
    40min
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    New details are revealed about singer Whitney Houston's last days and her tumultuous relationship with Bobby Brown.
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  14. S1 E14 - Strange Case of Jeffrey Dahmer
    December 9, 2016
    40min
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    The chilling account of a man who survived his encounter with the notorious serial killer who managed to evade police for years.
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  15. S1 E15 - Capturing the Unabomber
    December 23, 2016
    40min
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    Ted Kaczynski's brother, the man who ultimately turned him in to authorities, takes us behind the hunt that led to the capture of the Unabomber.
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  16. S1 E16 - What Killed Heath Ledger?
    December 30, 2016
    40min
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    Did Heath Ledger's immersion into his role as the Joker impact his real life? Bizarre drawings and puzzling clues found in the actor's apartment are detailed.
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  17. S1 E17 - The Woman Who Knew Too Much
    November 4, 2016
    40min
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    Escort agency owner Deborah Jean Palfrey threatened to expose client names and was later found dead. Investigators unravel the circumstances of her death.
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